Synopsis

When Leah ran off to Southern California, she hoped to leave freezing cold winters and unrequited love behind. She was never meant for a small town life and the timing with her longtime best friend–and secret soul mate–was always hopelessly off.

But after a mishap on the hit reality show Charming, Leah declares her love for Wade nationwide and is publicly dubbed "Lonely Leah." She returns to Marietta to hide at her family's home–from the media who wants to turn her into a human interest story, from the townspeople upset with her blunder, and most of all, from Wade, who wants to talk.

It took Leah leaving town to wake Wade Burns up to the reality that he's head over heels in love with his best friend. But now that she's back home, she's giving him the cold shoulder. With chocolate and a grand gesture, can Wade charm his way back into Leah’s heart?

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This was a very entertaining friends to lovers story that had me chuckling all the way through. Leah couldn't leave Marietta fast enough for the sunshine of Southern California. Hating the brutal winters and done with lusting after her best friend Wade Burns, Leah is certain life has to be better in California. Appearing on a reality dating show is her downfall though. After a little (ok, a lot) too much to drink Leah confesses her secret love for her friend Wade Burns. Dubbed Lonely Leah she's now being hounded by the media and runs back home to Marietta to get away. Problem is Wade is in Marietta too.
Very enjoyable read and one I recommend.

by Bette H.on March 06, 2017

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An okay read.

Of all the books in this series, I found this one a little disappointing. I just cannot believe that 2 people who have grown up together and been best friends all their lives would have such a hard time communicating their true feelings. And why would there be such hesitation is they were truly best friends. I just had a bit of trouble digesting this situation. For me, it was an okay read though the ending is nice.
I received an Advanced Reader's Copy from the Publisher via NetGalley for voluntary review consideration

by Ash P Readson March 10, 2017

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Charmed by Chocolate

Charmed by Chocolate: A Love at the Chocolate Shop Romance by Stenna Holmes
This is Leah Morgan and Wes Burns' story.
Leah and Wes have been best friends for years. They each have feelings for each other that goes beyond friendship. Neither one seem to be able to communicate this to each other. I got frustrated with the characters because even when they communicated there were misunderstandings.
In my opinion the miscommunication went on too long.
A sweet and clean romance. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

by BookSnuggle on March 30, 2017

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Second Chance Romance

I thoroughly enjoyed this story of a second chance romance. Leah has returned home to Marietta, which she never wanted to return to, after embarrassing moment on a reality tv show to lick her wounds. Wade has never left Marietta and has always loved Leah. Their timing has always been off in the romance department but now he has one more chance to move his love with chocolate and fun things to do around Marietta. The whole town is rooting for this couple.
This was great addition to the Chocolate Shop stories. Many laugh out moments through the story. Plenty of chocolate and home made goodies that will leave you hungry. I highly recommend this book along with the rest of the series. Can be read as a stand alone.

by ShariBon March 07, 2017

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second chance romance

Leah runs to her hometown to hide from public humiliation, but it's not the safe hideaway she expects. Her former boyfriend Wade seems the only one showing her kindness. A misunderstanding has her thinking she can never recapture love with him, he has no idea why she keeps running from him. It will take the same reality TV show who ruined her to put the pieces back together, if only she will take a chance, on her terms, and trust her heart. I love a good second chance love story!